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Blue Origin's Launchpad Damage and Future Plans

Updated 2026-06-02 00:05 UTC 1 source Negative

NASA has tapped Blue Origin for several Artemis program contracts despite damage to its launchpad from a recent rocket explosion. The company faces delays in restoration until 2028.

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Blue Origin launchpad damaged in rocket explosion may not be restored until 2028, NASA's Isaacman says

NASA has tapped Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin for several contracts in the agency's Artemis return-to-the-moon program.

2026-06-01 23:48 UTC